CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 for 153 Store Keeper, Mechanic and More Posts, Apply Online
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 for 153 Store Keeper, Mechanic and More Posts, Apply Online
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026: 153 Store Keeper, Mechanic, Driver and More Posts Under Fire and Emergency Services
CGSSB NSSK26 Written Exam for 153 Posts — Only Candidates Who Qualified Physical Efficiency Test Can Apply — Apply Before 7 September
So here is a recruitment from Chhattisgarh — the Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly known as CG Vyapam, has opened online applications for the NSSK26 written recruitment examination. See, this is for 153 posts across five categories — Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak (Driver), Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic, and Watch Room Operator. These posts are under the Nagar Sena, Fire and Emergency Services, and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Chhattisgarh. The online application started on and the last date is at 5:00 PM. The written exam is tentatively scheduled for from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM in Raipur. And the important thing — only candidates who already qualified in the physical efficiency test conducted by the department can apply for this stage. So this is a second-stage recruitment, not a fresh notification for everyone.
Two-Stage Recruitment — Physical Test Already Done — Written Exam for 5 Posts — 153 Vacancies
Now here is what you need to understand. This recruitment happened in two stages. The first stage was in 2025 — the department conducted the application and physical efficiency test for 295 posts. Out of those, only 153 posts across 5 categories are now going through the written exam stage. The remaining posts like Station Officer (21), Fireman (117), and Wireless Operator-Contract (4) are handled separately. So if you did not apply or did not qualify in the physical test in 2025, you cannot apply now. The qualification is simple — Class 12 pass for most posts, plus additional requirements like HMV driving licence for driver posts and ITI Diesel Mechanic diploma for the mechanic post. And the salary is Pay Matrix Level 4 with a 3-year probation period.
100 Objective Questions — GK and Reasoning — No Negative Marking — Trade Test for Driver Posts
And here is the selection part. The written exam has 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks — General Knowledge and Logical/Analytical Reasoning. Duration is 2 hours from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM. There is no negative marking. You need minimum 40 marks for General category and 30 marks for SC/ST/OBC to qualify. For Driver and Driver-cum-Operator posts, there is an additional trade test of 100 marks. And there are bonus marks — up to 5 marks each for HMV licence (not applicable for driver posts themselves), national-level sports, and NCC C certificate, maximum 10 marks total. The final merit list is based on PET marks + Written Exam marks + Bonus marks, category-wise. So prepare well for GK and Reasoning — that is what will make the difference.
Key Details
- Conducting Authority: Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly CG Vyapam
- Department: Nagar Sena, Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF, Chhattisgarh
- Exam Name: NSSK26 Written Recruitment Exam
- Advertisement No: क्रमांक 712-713/स्था-3/भर्ती/2025, dated 12.06.2025
- Total Vacancies: 153 (out of 295 total in original advertisement)
- Application Start:
- Application Last Date: , 5:00 PM
- Application Mode: Online only — vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in or cgssb.cgstate.gov.in
Exam & Eligibility
- Exam Date: (Sunday), 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM
- Admit Card: on CGSSB website
- Exam Centre: Raipur, Chhattisgarh (Shaskiya Nagarjun P.G. Science College)
- Age Limit: 18–28 years (as on 01.01.2025) with 5-year general relaxation, max 45 years
- Qualification: Class 12 (10+2) pass plus post-specific requirements
- Pay Level: Level 4 in Pay Matrix
- Job Location: Chhattisgarh
- Official Website: vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates and Application Fee
Online Application from 11 August to 7 September 2026 — Written Exam on 22 November 2026
This recruitment has run in two stages. The first stage was the department-level application and physical test in 2025. The second stage — the CGSSB written exam registration — is now open. The online application started on and the last date is at 5:00 PM. So you have about 27 days to apply. The admit card will be uploaded on — approximately 6 days before the exam. The written exam is on (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM. And one thing — candidates must reach the exam centre at least 2 hours before the exam for identity verification and frisking. The main gate closes 30 minutes before the exam starts, which means by 9:30 AM. After that, no entry is permitted.
Tip: Keep the application fee payment receipt and a printout of the submitted application safely. You will need them during document verification. And note down your application number — it is required for downloading admit card and checking results. Only light-coloured, half-sleeved clothing is permitted at the exam centre. Black, dark blue, dark green, purple, maroon, and dark chocolate-coloured clothing is not allowed.
Important Dates
Original Advertisement Issued: — Stage 1 Application Start: — Stage 1 Application Last Date: — Stage 2 NSSK26 Application Start: — Stage 2 Application Last Date: , 5:00 PM — Admit Card: — Written Exam: , 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Application Fee
Two separate fees apply at two different stages. The first stage department application fee paid in 2025 was Rs. 300 for General/OBC and Rs. 200 for SC/ST. The current CGSSB written exam fee is Rs. 350 for General, Rs. 250 for OBC, and Rs. 200 for SC/ST/Divyang (PwD) candidates. Payment is online only. And here is a good news — as per the Chhattisgarh General Administration Department circular dated 21 April 2025, Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates who appear for the written exam will have their exam fee refunded to the same bank account used for payment, after the result is declared.
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy Details and Eligibility
153 Posts Across 5 Categories — Driver 14, Driver-cum-Operator 86, Store Keeper 32, Mechanic 2, Watch Room Operator 19
So there are 153 vacancies in total across five post categories. The Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator has the highest vacancies at 86 posts, followed by Store Keeper at 32 posts, Watch Room Operator at 19 posts, Vahan Chalak (Driver) at 14 posts, and Mechanic at just 2 posts. The category-wise distribution is — Vahan Chalak: UR-6, SC-2, ST-4, OBC-2; Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator: UR-36, SC-10, ST-28, OBC-12; Store Keeper: UR-13, SC-4, ST-10, OBC-5; Mechanic: UR-1, ST-1; Watch Room Operator: UR-8, SC-2, ST-6, OBC-3. So ST candidates have good representation, especially in Driver-cum-Operator posts.
Post-Wise Qualification — Class 12 Plus HMV Licence for Driver, ITI Diesel Mechanic for Mechanic
You need Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised board for all posts. But the additional requirements vary. For Vahan Chalak (Driver) and Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, you need a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving licence. For Store Keeper, only Class 12 pass is required. For Mechanic, you need a Diploma in Diesel Mechanic trade from an ITI or recognised institute. For Watch Room Operator, you must be a trained Nagar Sainik with minimum 3 years of service. And you must be a local resident of Chhattisgarh for all posts.
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years. Maximum 28 years as on . General relaxation of 5 years for all candidates. SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer candidates get further relaxation as per state rules. Chhattisgarh local resident women candidates get 10 years relaxation in upper age limit. Widowed, divorced, or abandoned women candidates can go up to 35 years. Serving Chhattisgarh government employees can go up to 38 years. Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to service rendered, capped at 3 years beyond upper age limit. Recipients of Shaheed Rajiv Pandey Samman, Gundadhur Samman, and National Youth Award get 5 years relaxation. Even after combining multiple relaxations, the maximum age cannot exceed 45 years.
Physical Standards: Minimum height 168 cm for men and 153 cm for women. Chest 81 cm unexpanded and 86 cm expanded (76 cm and 81 cm for ST candidates) with minimum 5 cm expansion. Women candidates are exempt from physical eligibility test. Candidates must also meet the medical and vision standards specified in the notification.
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Stage I: Application scrutiny — only eligible candidates allowed to physical test
- Stage II: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 100 marks, already completed by department
- Stage III: Written Exam (NSSK26) — 100 marks, current stage
- Stage IV: Trade Test — 100 marks, for Driver and Driver-cum-Operator posts only
- Bonus Marks: Up to 5 marks each (max 10 total) for HMV licence, national sports, NCC C certificate
- Final Merit: PET marks + Written Exam marks + Bonus marks, category-wise
Written Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 100 objective-type questions
- Total Marks: 100 marks (1 mark each)
- Subjects: General Knowledge + Logical/Analytical Reasoning
- Duration: 2 hours (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM)
- Negative Marking: No negative marking
- Qualifying Marks: General — 40, SC/ST/OBC — 30
- Exam Centre: Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- PET Minimum: General — 50 marks, SC/ST/OBC — 40 marks (out of 100)
And one thing — the written exam covers GK and Reasoning. There is no negative marking, so attempt all questions. The PET events included 100m Race, Long Jump, Shot Put, and Pull-ups/Beam-bar, each carrying 25 marks. And candidates who scored minimum qualifying marks in PET were forwarded to CGSSB for the written exam stage.
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — Salary and Job Profile
Pay Matrix Level 4 — 3-Year Probation Period — Permanent Government Post Under Fire and Emergency Services
So the salary is Pay Matrix Level 4 for all five posts — Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak, Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic, and Watch Room Operator. See, this is a permanent government post under the Chhattisgarh Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF department. So you get all the benefits — DA, HRA, TA, medical, pension after retirement. The exact in-hand salary figures are not specified in the notification, but Level 4 posts in Chhattisgarh typically have an in-hand salary around Rs. 25,000-30,000 depending on posting location and allowances. And the best part — selected candidates will be on a 3-year probation period. After completing probation, you become permanent with full government benefits.
What You Will Do — Fire and Emergency Services, SDRF, Nagar Sena
- Store Keeper: Manage stores and inventory of equipment, supplies, and materials for fire and emergency services
- Vahan Chalak (Driver): Drive fire engines, emergency vehicles, and department vehicles as required
- Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator: Drive and operate fire tenders, emergency response vehicles, and specialized equipment
- Mechanic: Maintain and repair diesel engines, vehicles, and mechanical equipment used by the department
- Watch Room Operator: Operate watch room, monitor emergency communications, and coordinate response — only trained Nagar Sainiks with 3+ years service
- Respond to fire emergencies, natural disasters, and rescue operations as part of SDRF
- Maintain readiness and standby duty at fire stations and emergency response centers
- Perform any other duties assigned by the department from time to time
And one thing — the work is demanding but rewarding. You will be part of the state's emergency response infrastructure. The working environment is structured, and there is clear career progression within the department. And since it is under Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF, the job has prestige and purpose — you are serving the people of Chhattisgarh.
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — How to Apply
Online Application at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in — Profile Registration Required — Pay Fee Online
The application process is entirely online through the CGSSB website at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in or cgssb.cgstate.gov.in. You need to have a CGSSB profile already created. If you do not have a profile, you need to complete new Profile Registration first — upload a recent photograph with light-coloured background (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB to 100 KB) and scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB to 100 KB). Then log in to your profile and open the NSSK26 written exam application link. Fill in the required details, pay the fee online, and submit. No offline or postal applications are accepted. And make sure you have a valid email ID — it is mandatory for every applicant. All communication about admit card and results will be sent through email and SMS.
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official CGSSB website — https://vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in or https://cgssb.cgstate.gov.in
- Step 2: If you do not have a CGSSB profile, complete new Profile Registration — upload recent photograph (light background, 50-100 KB, JPG) and signature (50-100 KB, JPG)
- Step 3: Log in to your profile using your credentials
- Step 4: Find and open the NSSK26 written exam application link
- Step 5: Fill in all required particulars in the online application form
- Step 6: Pay the prescribed examination fee online as per your category — Rs. 350 (General), Rs. 250 (OBC), Rs. 200 (SC/ST/PwD)
- Step 7: Submit the application and download a printout of the successfully submitted form
- Step 8: Keep the fee payment receipt and application printout safely for future reference
Important Instructions
- Only candidates who qualified in the department's physical efficiency test can apply — fresh candidates cannot apply
- Caste, date of birth, local residence, and educational certificates are not to be attached — they will be verified later by the appointing authority
- A valid email ID is mandatory for every applicant
- Admit card will be uploaded on CGSSB website approximately 7 days before the exam — download from your profile, it will not be sent by post
- Reach the exam centre at least 2 hours before the exam — main gate closes 30 minutes before exam start (9:30 AM), no entry after that
- Carry admit card, black or blue ballpoint pen, and original photo ID (Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Aadhaar Card)
- Only light-coloured, half-sleeved clothing permitted — black, dark blue, dark green, purple, maroon, dark chocolate-coloured clothing not allowed
- Only slippers permitted as footwear — no ear jewellery allowed
- Cannot leave exam hall during first and last 30 minutes — communication devices, electronic devices, watches, purses, pouches, scarves, belts, caps strictly prohibited
- Objections to provisional answer key can be raised online with Rs. 50 per question fee — expert committee's decision on final answer key is final
- No provision for re-checking or re-evaluation — OMR sheets evaluated by machine
- For application help, contact 0771-2972780 (10:00 AM-5:30 PM working days) or mobile helpline 8269801982 (10:00 AM-5:30 PM including holidays)
CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — Documents Required
Documents to Upload with Application
- Recent photograph — light-coloured background, JPG/JPEG format, 50 KB to 100 KB
- Scanned signature — JPG/JPEG format, 50 KB to 100 KB
- Class 12 (10+2) pass certificate and marksheet
- HMV driving licence (for Driver and Driver-cum-Operator posts)
- ITI Diesel Mechanic diploma (for Mechanic post)
- Trained Nagar Sainik certificate with 3+ years service (for Watch Room Operator)
Documents to Carry for Exam
- Printout of submitted online application form
- Fee payment receipt
- Original photo ID — Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Aadhaar Card
- Admit card (downloaded from CGSSB profile)
- Black or blue ballpoint pen
- Category certificate in original (if claiming reservation)
- Chhattisgarh domicile certificate
- Physical efficiency test qualification certificate
And one thing — carry extra photocopies of all documents. I have seen candidates struggling at verification because they did not bring enough copies. Also, keep a copy of the original advertisement and notification safely. You may need them during document verification after the written exam.
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- Apply Online — vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
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- Official Website — cgssb.cgstate.gov.in
- Department Website — cghgcd.gov.in
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CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is CG Vyapam CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026?
CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 is the written recruitment examination conducted by the Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) for 153 posts of Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak (Driver), Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic, and Watch Room Operator under the Chhattisgarh Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF department.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026?
There are 153 vacancies across 5 posts — Vahan Chalak (14), Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator (86), Store Keeper (32), Mechanic (2), and Watch Room Operator (19). This is out of the 295 total posts in the original June 2025 advertisement.
Q3. Who can apply for CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026?
Only candidates who already qualified in the physical efficiency test conducted by the Chhattisgarh Fire and Emergency Services department in 2025 can apply. Fresh candidates who did not apply or did not qualify in the physical test cannot apply for this stage.
Q4. What is the last date to apply for CGSSB NSSK26?
The last date to submit the online application is , 5:00 PM. The application window opened on .
Q5. What is the qualification for CGSSB NSSK26 posts?
You need Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised board. Additional requirements include HMV driving licence for Driver posts, ITI Diesel Mechanic diploma for Mechanic post, and trained Nagar Sainik status with 3+ years service for Watch Room Operator. You must also be a local resident of Chhattisgarh.
Q6. What is the age limit for CGSSB NSSK26?
Minimum 18 years. Maximum age is 28 years as on 1 January 2025, with a general relaxation of 5 years. Further relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC, women candidates, government employees, and ex-servicemen. Maximum age cannot exceed 45 years even after combining all relaxations.
Q7. What is the application fee for CGSSB NSSK26?
Rs. 350 for General category, Rs. 250 for OBC, and Rs. 200 for SC/ST/Divyang (PwD) candidates. Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates who appear for the exam will get their fee refunded after the result is declared.
Q8. What is the selection process for CGSSB NSSK26?
Selection involves Physical Efficiency Test (already completed), Written Exam (100 marks, GK and Reasoning), Trade Test (100 marks, for Driver posts only), and Bonus Marks (up to 10 marks for HMV licence, sports, NCC). Final merit based on combined score of PET + Written + Bonus marks.
Q9. What is the salary for CGSSB NSSK26 posts?
All five posts carry Pay Matrix Level 4. Selected candidates will be on a 3-year probation period. The post is permanent under the Chhattisgarh Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF department with full government benefits.
Q10. Is there negative marking in the CGSSB NSSK26 written exam?
No, there is no negative marking in the written exam. The exam has 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks covering General Knowledge and Logical/Analytical Reasoning. You need minimum 40 marks (General) or 30 marks (SC/ST/OBC) to qualify.
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